Teaching Resources

In this research paper, Madhu Narayanan, Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership & Policy at Portland State University, explores the evidence supporting the TACL outcomes framework and offers additional avenues for future inquiry.

In this lesson, students will consider different scenarios caused or impacted by hot summer weather and heatwaves, such as heatstroke, bee stings, and thunderstorms. They will have the chance to think about what is best to do before comparing their a...

This is a short animation video by UNHCR that defines the term "asylum seeker." This video can be useful preparation for a lesson and also be used within lessons to bring this topic to life for students.

This playlist on Listen Notes, a search engine for podcasts, is a starting point for kids and families to learn more about climate change. Also suitable for sparking clasroom conversations.

This article by Rebecca Alber explores the concept of backward planning in education, emphasizing the importance of thinking ahead to improve instructional design and student learning outcomes.

Watch Big Bird’s friends help him rebuild his nest after a hurricane, similar to how teachers can help rebuild students' sense of safety and security. Teachers can reflect with students on questions like: How did Big Bird feel when he saw his nest ru...